Aqaba, Oct. 1 (Petra) -- Work is underway to upgrade the camel racing track in Disi village, with the project designed to improve the venue's capacity to host local and international races, championships and heritage events.

Aqaba Special Economic Zone Authority (ASEZA) Chief Commissioner Shadi Ramzi Majali and members of the Board of Commissioners inspected the project during a field visit, reviewing construction progress and improvements to the track's facilities.

Disi District Director Mohammad Shawish and Disi Mayor Harb Oweidat joined the visit.

The Board said the development is intended to raise the track's readiness for future competitions while strengthening Disi's position as a destination for traditional sports and heritage tourism.

Upgrading the facility is also expected to support tourism and economic activity in the area and provide benefits to the local community by attracting more sporting and heritage events.

The track has hosted several local and international camel racing competitions in recent years, becoming an established venue for the traditional sport in the region.

ASEZA said developing its facilities and equipment would help preserve camel racing as part of the area's sporting heritage while expanding the track's ability to host events at both the local and international levels.

//Petra// RZ